Sr. Design Engineer
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer with expertise in designing and structurally analyzing supports for mechanical piping systems, as well as providing general engineering support to clients in the construction industry. The role involves developing engineered solutions for projects such as water and wastewater treatment plants, power generation facilities, and process utility systems. The engineer produces accurate designs using structural analysis, 2D and 3D modeling, and finite element analysis (FEA) to support structural integrity, performance, and compliance with industry codes. The position combines hands-on design with client collaboration, project leadership, mentorship of junior engineers, and direct support of fabrication.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering (preferred).
- 3–5+ years of experience in design engineering.
- Ability to prepare engineered drawings for submittal and fabrication in conformance with engineered designs and project specifications.
- Strong client communication skills to develop suitable design solutions.
- Expertise in structural analysis of frames and supports using the AISC code, including evaluating welded and bolted connections.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, BIM software (REVIT/Navisworks), Microsoft Excel, and Mathcad.
- Ability to use FEA and 3D modeling software to evaluate structural components.
- Familiarity with the AISC Steel Construction Manual, ASCE, ACI 318, ASME B31, AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code, and MSS-SP-58, and with designing in conformance with project specifications.
Nice To Haves
- EIT or PE credentials are ideal.
- Experience with pipe stress analysis software using AutoPIPE is ideal.
- Structural design experience with Bentley RAM or Dlubal RFEM and IDEA StatiCa is ideal.
Responsibilities
- Develop engineered solutions for projects including water and wastewater treatment plants, power generation facilities, and process utility systems.
- Design and structurally analyze supports for mechanical piping systems.
- Prepare engineered drawings for submittal and fabrication in conformance with engineered designs and project specifications.
- Use structural analysis, 2D and 3D modeling, and FEA to evaluate designs and support structural integrity, performance, and code compliance.
- Collaborate with clients to arrive at design solutions.
- Provide project leadership, mentor junior engineers, and directly support fabrication.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
